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What is soft-story seismic retrofitting?

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A soft-story building has a first floor that's more flexible than the ones above -- think apartments over a department store that's mostly open space. How does soft-story retrofitting keep such buildings from collapsing in a quake?

Indian Python Population Threats and Conservation Efforts

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The Indian python was once considered a subspecies of the Burmese python. Now that the former is recognized as its own distinct species, it faces endangerment.

African Rock Python: A Snake That Eats Crocodiles for Lunch

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The African rock python has a diet of large animals that include crocodiles and warthogs. Learn how this giant snake is capable of eating even larger prey.

What Is the Longest Living Animal? From Tortoises to Whales

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Jeanne Louise Calment, who lived to the ripe age of 122, witnessed incredible milestones in human history, from the unveiling of the Eiffel Tower to the advent of the internet. Her long life, spanning well over a century, is a testament to human resilience and longevity.

17 Roman Gods and Goddesses You Should Know

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Roman gods reflected their diverse people, with Greek mythology forming the basis of Roman religion due to Greece's widespread geographical influence.

What Did Jesus Look Like? Analyzing Historical Evidence

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The true appearance of Jesus Christ has been a topic of fascination and debate for centuries. Traditional Western art often portrays him with long, flowing hair, blue eyes and a beard, but these depictions are more reflective of European aesthetics than historical accuracy. This begs question: What did Jesus look like?

12 Mayan Gods Who Helped Make Sense of a Complex World

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Ancient Maya culture was centered on interconnected city-states that developed great networks of trade and agriculture and some of the most advanced architectural wonders in human history. Today, artworks depicting roughly 250 different Mayan gods and goddesses can still be found carved into these wonders.

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